METSTRADE

The Sailing Upgrade: The Furling System That Simplifies Every Crucial Maneuver

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Mainfurl, founded by passionate yacht racers and builders, exhibited its Mainfurl MLS furling boom at METSTRADE 2025. This DAME Design Award nominee features an innovative locking mechanism. It allows the mainsail to be hoisted without line complications and utilizes a braking arrangement to secure the sail when reefed. This system confirms Mainfurl’s focus on blending high-tech precision with sailing tradition, delivering effortless, secure, and highly efficient sail handling.

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The Next Gen Tool: 3D Printing Is Now the Standard for Shipyard Efficiency

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Royal3D attended METSTRADE 2025, confirming additive manufacturing is now a vital tool for the maritime sector. Exhibiting in the Next Gen Zone, the Dutch firm showcased its large-scale 3D printing capability for USVs, boat hulls, and modular systems. The company’s focus on using recycled and recyclable materials for circular production validates its leadership. Royal3D demonstrated that the future of yacht construction is sustainable, digitally integrated, and here today.

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Between the Engine and Gearbox: The Design That Cuts Fuel and Fumes

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Integrel Solutions exhibited its E-Drive system at METSTRADE 2025, validating the future of onboard energy. This next-generation marine hybrid system is designed as a direct generator replacement, fitted compactly between the engine and gearbox. It cuts fuel consumption used for generation by up to 40%, delivering effortless electric propulsion and fully automated energy management. This intelligent solution ensures silent, off-grid time while maximizing sustainability and efficiency.

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Turbocharged and Tiny: The Austrian Engine Engineered for Builder Efficiency

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Belassi GmbH presented its new high-performance engine line at METSTRADE 2025. The **Belassi 330 Turbo** is engineered specifically for compact waterjet boats up to 6 meters, weighing a mere 117 kg. This turbocharged 3-cylinder unit delivers superior torque and exceptional fuel efficiency, providing a fully integrated system for vessels seeking performance without mechanical compromise. Engineered for durability, this solution ensures uncompromised agility and operational endurance on the water.

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The New Decking Standard: How Heat-Based Design Creates Custom Surfaces

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Smartdeck received a Special Mention for its Smartdeck™ HEAT solution at the DAME Design Awards during METSTRADE 2025. This heated decking combines durable, non-slip synthetic foam with unique heat-based customization technology. It is a Finnish innovation that extends the boating season by providing warmth and comfort, proving that sophisticated design and practical functionality are complementary priorities for the modern marine builder.

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360 Degrees of Perfection: This Adjustable Cleat Customizes Your Sheeting Angle

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Allen Sailing is showcasing its High-Performance Swivel Cleat—a DAME Design Awards nominee—at METSTRADE 2025. Engineered for race boats, this compact cleat features an innovative 360-degree ball-bearing base that eliminates wobble and minimizes friction. Its separate swivel for the sheaved fairlead and adjustable wedges allows for versatile angle configuration. This is British-made precision hardware that simplifies high-speed sail handling and guarantees a more effortless cleating action.

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Plug & Play Performance: The Engineering Feat That Changes Electric Boating

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MOLABO crashed METSTRADE 2025 with the ARIES R50, the world’s most powerful 48 V electric outboard, showcasing at Stand 03.243. This 50 kW propulsion system is a true Plug & Play solution, engineered to the highest functional safety standards (IEC 61508). Its modular battery system (Mastervolt/Victron) guarantees extended range and longevity, defining a new, high-performance era for tenders and smaller vessels while achieving a staggering 94% drive efficiency.

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The All-Electric Ship: The 180° Steering Solution That Redefines Maneuverability

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RAD Propulsion just launched the RAD 120, a 120 kW electric drive system designed for high-thrust applications, debuting at METSTRADE 2025. Operating on a high 350-450V and compatible with automotive fast charging, the system is designed for operational flexibility and simplicity. With integrated 180° steering and autonomy readiness, the RAD 120 is delivering the scalable performance and zero-emission capability that commercial and leisure builders need today.

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Five Hours of Silence: This Battery Integration Is the New Standard for 55-Foot Yachts

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Smartgyro is debuting the SG20 with battery-powered integration at METSTRADE, solving the age-old problem of generator noise. This innovative system delivers smooth, generator-free stabilization for up to five hours, enabling whisper-quiet moments at anchor. Tested successfully on a Ferretti 52, this technology provides complete stabilization for 40–55 ft yachts. This is about total freedom and redefined onboard comfort for owners who seek silence.

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Formula 1 Tech Hits the Water: CMC Marine’s Secret Weapon for Zero-Noise Cruising

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CMC Marine is disrupting stability systems with F1-inspired tech at METSTRADE. Their Energy Recovery System captures energy generated during fin braking, slashing generator demand by 30%. This innovation is paired with the new LA fins, which cut drag by 30%. CMC Marine is also debuting DC Hi Voltage compatibility, positioning them as the leader in electrification. This is serious engineering that delivers efficiency, comfort, and sustainable yacht operation.

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